Lorenzo Martínez-Conde bids farewell to ALMA: “Study and dream more”
This month, ALMA says goodbye to a beloved colleague: Lorenzo Martínez-Conde, who closes an important chapter in his life after years of dedication, learning, and service at the observatory. Lorenzo recalls with particular emotion the inauguration of ALMA, a milestone he felt part of after working on the construction...
The PDD 2024 Process Has Concluded! Reflect and Grow with ALMA
We have successfully concluded the Performance and Development Dialogues (PDD) 2024 cycle, providing a valuable opportunity to reflect on achievements, learn from challenges, and plan the professional future of each team member. The PDD is not just an isolated conversation but an ongoing practice that fosters...
Dedication, passion and science: the value of women at ALMA
On March 8, International Women's Day, the ALMA Observatory was filled with messages of recognition for the women who are part of our organization. They were not just words written on a wall, but sincere expressions of gratitude, addressed to scientists, engineers, operators, technicians and our...
A JOURNEY INTO SPACE FROM EARTH: OPEN HOUSE 2025 AT ALMA
We strive to obtain and generate transformational science daily, year by year. But none of this is worthwhile if it is not shared with everyone. To commemorate Chile’s Astronomy Day, celebrated every 21st of March, ALMA and its partners once again opened their doors to welcome...
Celebrating 12 years of ALMA: A journey to the stars
High in the Atacama Desert, under one of the clearest skies in the world, ALMA began its mission 12 years ago to explore the far reaches of the universe. Since then, this ambitious scientific project has transformed our understanding of the cosmos, uncovering secrets ranging from...
Empowering Teams: First Quarter Ombuds Training Sessions at ALMA
Since she was appointed ALMA and ESO Ombuds, Tahirih Varner has been visiting various sites with a clear purpose: to promote a healthy and collaborative work environment. Since February, she has led training sessions focused on conflict resolution and management at several locations, including Paranal and,...
Internal Communications Move to EPO: A Unified Strategy for ALMA
To enhance engagement and alignment across the Observatory, ALMA's Internal Communications leadership is transitioning from Human Resources (HR) to the Education & Public Outreach (EPO) team. This change integrates internal and external communications into a single group, ensuring a more cohesive and impactful approach. ALMA Director...